HEALTH, WELLBEING & MUSIC: Beethoven’s Boost—Classical Music’s Impact on Brain Health

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The profound sounds of a piano concerto can do more than stir the emotions of an audience; they can also stimulate the brain in ways that could potentially enhance cognitive functions. As Pacific Symphony prepares to perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3, featuring the Italian virtuoso Alessio Bax as soloist and guest conductor Andrew Litton (Feb. 22-24), it’s worth exploring the intersection where music meets mind…